Nurse Practitioner- Quality & Education Lead
About Us
Heartbeat Health is the leading virtual-first cardiovascular care company in the country, providing patients with convenient, high-quality heart care through a combination of telemedicine, diagnostics, and virtual care programs. By leveraging real-time data and AI-powered insights, Heartbeat Health empowers providers and patients with personalized treatment plans, reducing hospitalizations and improving long-term heart health outcomes. Heartbeat Health is redefining how cardiovascular care is delivered in the digital age, led by our medical group of cardiologists, advanced practitioners, nurses, and care coordinators.
About the Role
The Nurse Practitioner – Quality & Education Lead is a clinical leadership role that combines direct cardiovascular patient care with responsibility for advancing clinical quality, education, and clinician development. This individual will provide high-quality, evidence-based care in a virtual environment while leading initiatives that promote clinical excellence, consistency, and continuous improvement across the care team. The role will support clinician onboarding and ongoing education, conduct peer and chart reviews, provide coaching and performance feedback, and help develop and implement clinical quality programs and standards. Working collaboratively with cardiologists, advanced practice providers, primary care providers, and cross-functional partners, the Nurse Practitioner – Quality & Education Lead will serve as a trusted clinical resource and mentor while helping ensure exceptional, patient-centered cardiovascular care.
Responsibilities
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Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough patient assessments conducted via telehealth visits, including medical history reviews, physical examinations, and diagnostic tests, to evaluate cardiovascular health and identify cardiac conditions.
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Diagnosis and Treatment: Formulate differential diagnoses and develop treatment plans for patients with various cardiac issues. Prescribe medications and order diagnostic tests.
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Disease Management: Manage chronic cardiovascular conditions remotely, including hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and coronary artery disease. Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
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Education and Counseling: Educate patients and their families about cardiovascular diseases, prevention strategies, and lifestyle modifications. Provide counseling on medication management, diet, exercise, and smoking cessation to promote heart health.
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Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cardiologists, PCPs and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for patients. Discuss complex cases and participate in multidisciplinary care teams.
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Research and Evidence-Based Practice: Stay current with the latest developments in cardiology research and incorporate evidence-based practices into patient care. Participate in research studies or quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
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Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including medical histories, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards.
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Patient Advocacy: Serve as an advocate for patients' needs and preferences, ensuring that they receive appropriate care and support throughout their healthcare journey.
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Continuing Education: Pursue ongoing education and professional development in the field of cardiology to stay updated on the latest advancements and maintain relevant certifications
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Quality Assurance: Participate in quality assurance programs to monitor and improve the quality of cardiology care provided within the healthcare facility.
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Lead and support clinical quality initiatives, including peer review and quality oversight of APPs and physicians.
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Develop, implement, and continuously improve clinical quality programs and pe